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6/1/2023 - 6/30/2023
Thru June 30 - We’re working "All Together Now" to gather supplies for the Capital Area Humane Society to help care for animals in need! For a full list of items needed visit our event link.6/2/2023
Take Home CraftsJune 2, 16; July 7, 21; August 4, 18
Make fun crafts or flex your science muscles with the following activities: June 2nd- African Paper Beads, June16th- Guatemalan Worry Dolls, July 7th-Woven Bowls, July21st-Moraccan Paper Lantern, August 4th-Spin Drums, August 18th-Mini Koinobori Japanese Koi Fish Craft.
6/3/2023
Session 1, 10am - 11:30am; Session 2 12pm - 1:30pm Jaycee Park Pavilion and Launch
Learn the fun of fishing right here at Jaycee Park with Mr. Shaun from MUCC! All necessary equipment provided. Participants receive a fishing pole and filled tackle box to take home courtesy of the Grand Ledge Rotary! Ages 5-12, must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
6/6/2023
Picnic Playdate: A Family StorytimeTues. June 6 - Aug. 29 | 11am - 12noon
Meet at GLADL Tuesdays at 11 am and follow the little red wagon to the Trinity Episcopal Church playground for a summery family storytime filled with stories, songs, activities and a snack!
6/8/2023
Toys for Dogs in NeedThurs. June 8 | 6pm – 7pm
Help out CAHS by creating a braided fleece toy that will be donated to brighten a dog’s day.
6/10/2023
CAHS Pets & Ice Cream Sundae Saturday Kickoff!Sat. June 10 | 1pm - 3pm
Visit with adoptable pets from the Capital Area Humane Society and enjoy an Ice Cream Sundae to celebrate the start of Summer Reading! Ice Cream: 1pm - 2pm, Adoptable pets: 1pm - 3pm.
6/12/2023
Roll Out the Barrel--Polka Music Fun! [Registration Req.]Mon. June 12 | 6pm - 7pm
Learn history of the accordion & Polka, different Polka styles, and enjoy rollicking Polka music-- and have a chance to dance too! Musical Polka fun for all ages!
6/13/2023
Picnic Playdate: A Family StorytimeTues. June 6 - Aug. 29 | 11am - 12noon
Meet at GLADL Tuesdays at 11 am and follow the little red wagon to the Trinity Episcopal Church playground for a summery family storytime filled with stories, songs, activities and a snack!
6/13/2023
Minecraft Mania!Tues. June 13, July 11, August 8 | 6pm – 8pm
Come out and join us for an evening of fun and friendly competition. We’ll have our Minecraft server set up and the laptops ready to go.
6/16/2023
Take Home CraftsJune 2, 16; July 7, 21; August 4, 18
Make fun crafts or flex your science muscles with the following activities: June 2nd- African Paper Beads, June16th- Guatemalan Worry Dolls, July 7th-Woven Bowls, July21st-Moraccan Paper Lantern, August 4th-Spin Drums, August 18th-Mini Koinobori Japanese Koi Fish Craft.
6/17/2023
Yankee Doodle Bike Parade [Registration Req.] Sat. June 17 | 10am
We’ll supply flags, pinwheels, garland and more for kids to “Yankee-Doodle” up your bike and then ride with us in the parade!
6/19/2023
Indonesian Batik CraftMon. June 19 | 2pm - 4pm
Create a beautiful garden flag using washable glue and dye. Best for 7+.
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6/19/2023
Henna to Dye For: Mehndi Workshop for Teens & Tweens [Registration Req.]Mon. June 19 | 6pm - 7pm
Teens explore the culture and traditions of India, while creating beautiful mehndi (henna) art in this presentation from renowned mehndi artist Anshu Varma. Supplies included, for tweens and older.
6/20/2023
Picnic Playdate: A Family StorytimeTues. June 6 - Aug. 29 | 11am - 12noon
Meet at GLADL Tuesdays at 11 am and follow the little red wagon to the Trinity Episcopal Church playground for a summery family storytime filled with stories, songs, activities and a snack!
6/20/2023
Paddle On! Intro to Paddle Sports [Registration Req.]Tues. June 20 | 6pm - 8pm
Jaycee Park Pavilion and Launch
Join the experienced paddlers from the Lansing Oar & Paddle Club for an intro to paddle sports in mid-Michigan! See different types of paddle craft, learn about boating safety from Lansing Flotilla, United States Coast Guard Auxiliary. Watercraft livery to try from Grand Kayak and Dimondale Canoe & Kayak! Youth 10+, adults, families.
6/20/2023
Come on out to our second fantastic concert of the summer! Tuesday, June 20 - Brotha Earth - a Five-Piece Band featuring three former touring members of legendary Motown Band, Rare Earth with opener Tony Thompson. This concert is on the big stage on the ball field at Sharp Park. Music starts at 7 p.m. The Smoke N' Pig BBQ Truck will be there from 6-9 p.m.Proud Sponsors - Consumers Credit Union, Delta Waverly Rotary Club and Foundation, Farm Bureau The Nick Cypher Agency, Grand Ledge Paving, Orthopaedic Rehab Specialists, P.C. Physical Therapy, and Delta Township Parks & Recreation
6/21/2023
Come on out to Sharp Park and join us for a lot of fun! Kids will have a great time participating in the many fun activities including, the Crazy Craig Juggling Variety Show at 1 p.m., yard games, bounce house, double lane slide, balloon twisting, balance bikes course, bubble booth, temporary tattoos, trackless train, children’s make-it take-it craft, tot spot, dance performances by Delta Dance Connection, Kiki’s Gymnastics fun obstacle course, Library Outreach Van, Delta Lioness/Lions concessions, and more! Everything (with the exception of concessions) is FREE6/21/2023
STEAM: Building Together - Marble Machines [Registration Req.]Wed. June 21 | 2pm - 3pm
Work Together and build a marble obstacle track! Ages 4 - 12.
6/22/2023
Tulips, Klompen & Windmills: Dutch History & Culture in Michigan [Registration Req.]Thurs. June 22 | 2pm - 3pm
Kids enjoy a peek into the culture of the Dutch people in West Michigan, try on klompen, enjoy a Dutch story & snack and make a fun craft too!
6/22/2023
Sunset Storytime: Stories & Play
Thur. June 22 | 6pm – 7pm
Families and young children enjoy an early evening themed storytime. We’ll read summer stories, sing songs and play together. We’ll meet inside or out, depending on the weather and the activity.
6/24/2023
Animal Diversity from Potter Park ZooSat. June 24 | 2pm
How do animals survive in different climates and habitats? What physical and behavioral changes do they adopt? This program answers these questions, and more! For more Zoo fun, check out a family Zoo Pass and visit Potter Park Zoo FREE!!
6/26/2023
RAIN LOCATION: Willow Ridge Elementary (12840 Nixon Rd, Grand Ledge, MI 48837)Genot “Winter Elk” Picor takes his audience on a journey of kindness, friendship and unity in story, song and dance, including the Huron-French Canadian friendship dance!
6/26/2023
Young Adult Graphic Novel Book ClubMon. June 26 | 6pm – 7pm
We’re having an All Together Now themed young adult graphic novel book club. We’ll chat about the book, have a snack, and do a book related activity or craft. Pick up a copy of the book at the Checkout Desk once copies are available. Intended for ages 13 and up.
6/27/2023
Babysitting & CPR workshop [Registration Req.]Tues. June 27 | 10am - 4pm
Teens 12+ learn emergency procedures, diapering, pediatric CPR, rescue breathing, Heimlich maneuver, and basic first aid skills. Bring a water bottle, sack lunch, doll or teddy bear. Registration required, class fee of $40 required, payable to C.P.R.C. Inc.
6/27/2023
Picnic Playdate: A Family StorytimeTues. June 6 - Aug. 29 | 11am - 12noon
Meet at GLADL Tuesdays at 11 am and follow the little red wagon to the Trinity Episcopal Church playground for a summery family storytime filled with stories, songs, activities and a snack!
6/27/2023
Come on out to Sharp Park for this fantastic night of music in the amphitheater. Mixed Flavors (R&B/Soul/Funk/Blues) with an opener starting at 7 p.m. will be out in the park for a great night of music! 6/28/2023
Make a Megis Shell Necklace [Registration Req.]Wed. June 28 | 2pm - 3pm
Teaching and Megis Shell Necklace craft presented by the Ziibiwing Center of Anishinabe Culture & Lifeways. Best for 6+ with parental assistance.
6/29/2023
QPR Training [Registration Req.]Thur. June 29 & Aug. 17 | 6pm - 7pm
QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) is an evidence-based emergency mental health intervention, offered by the Community Mental Health Authority of Clinton, Eaton, & Ingham Counties, teaches participants to recognize the signs of suicide and the steps to getting a person to help. If you're concerned about someone you know, or you just want to help support good mental health, this training is for you! Adults only.
